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K-Youth Development Programme For UPSI Students

*Exclusive allowance of up to RM 1,200

K-Youth Development Programme

K-Youth is a youth employability initiative by Khazanah Nasional Berhad (Khazanah) which aims to develop Malaysia’s future talents. The programme will equip youth with commercially useful skills and experience to enhance their employability.

Khazanah remains committed to support the nation’s youth employability, aligned with our Advancing Malaysia strategy and the aspirations of Malaysia MADANI.

Exclusive Partnership with UPSI

Excelerate is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) to deliver the K-Youth Development Programme: Track B, University Pipeline. This initiative is designed to equip aspiring educators and current students of UPSI with essential digital skills, ensuring they are future-ready in an evolving educational landscape.

Step 1:
Choose One (1) Course

DATA STORYTELLING *New*

In this course, you’ll learn how to turn data into clear and engaging stories. You’ll discover how to create and present data stories from start to finish, using simple and effective ways to make data easy to understand.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • Tell stories using data to make your message clear and engaging.
  • Understand how to create and present data stories from start to finish.
  • Use simple and effective ways to show data in a way that everyone can understand.
  • Solve real-life problems through hands-on exercises and assignments.

As an educator, Data Storytelling skills can help you:

  • Make Learning Fun: Turning data into stories can make lessons more interesting and easier to understand.
  • Simplify Difficult Topics: Data stories help break down hard information into simple, easy-to-follow ideas.
  • Improve Communication: You can use stories to explain things clearly, so it's easier for others to understand your points.
  • Make Smarter Choices: By learning how to understand and use data, you can make better decisions in your studies and beyond.
  • Think Critically: Learning to tell stories with data helps you think carefully about what the numbers really mean.
Dashboarding with Power BI

You'll be able to confidently use Power BI to create and publish dashboards, apply best practices, and solve real-world classroom challenges through structured exercises.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • Gain familiarity with Power BI as a business intelligence tool for dashboarding.
  • Run the dashboarding process from scoping to publishing.
  • Apply key steps, best practices and mindsets to prepare dashboards on Power BI.
  • Solve real business problems using structured dashboarding exercises and assignments.

As an educator, Power BI dashboarding skills can help you:

  • Visualise Data Clearly: Present student performance and school data in a clear, easily understandable manner.
  • Make Informed Decisions: Utilise data insights to tailor teaching strategies and improve learning outcomes.
  • Monitor Progress Efficiently: Track student progress and identify trends over time with dynamic, real-time dashboards.
  • Enhance Reporting: Produce professional reports and dashboards for stakeholders quickly and effectively.
  • Encourage Data-Driven Learning: Teach students the importance of data in making informed decisions through practical examples.

Step 2:
Check Your Eligibility

Malaysian citizen

Active UPSI student graduating in 2025 or 2026 (students graduating in 2027 are not eligible)

Enrolled in a UPSI Diploma or Bachelor's Degree programme

Minimum CGPA of 2.8

Step 3:
Application Process

Click on the “Apply Now” button below

Complete all fields in the registration form and submit it

You'll get an email: a rejection if you don’t qualify, or next steps if you do

If you qualify, attend an online interview and send in your documents

If you pass the interview and your documents are verified, you're enrolled in K-Youth

How the K-Youth Development Programme Works

Phase 1 (Year 2/3 of Study)

Enroll in one of our digital courses: Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, User Experience Design or Dashboarding with Power BI.

Build the soft skills needed to succeed in interviews, secure a job, and excel at work.

Learn through a hybrid model with both live online classes and self-paced sessions, and work on real-world projects.

Get extra support from instructors during office hours.

  Our Career Guidance service is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to step into the working world. We offer personalised coaching to help you identify your strengths, set clear career goals, and create a plan to achieve them.

  Types of Support:

  • Personality & Career Assessments
  • Individual & Group Coaching
  • Goal Setting & Action Planning

We can connect you with industry partners keen to mentor and develop new tech talent. We’ll support you through every step, from applying to securing your internship placement.

Types of Support:

  • Access to Exclusive Internship Opportunities
  • Job Application Assistance
  • Interview Preparation

Phase 2 (Final Year of Study)

We'll guide you through improving your job search and help you find a job that matches your career goals.

Types of Support:

  • Job Search Strategy
  • LinkedIn & Portfolio Review

Both Phases

Course completion allowance of up to RM 1,200

Access to exclusive webinars and workshops

Connection to Excelerate’s Talent Partner network

Participation in Excelerate’s Career Fair

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Video Testimonial from Our Previous Sessions

What Learners Say About Us

The Career Success Toolkit class and instructor was welcoming and ensured a safe space of discussion.

Soh Annjo | K-Youth 2023

Truthfully, everything is amazing as my instructor clearly share their knowledge and related with industry on how to apply or use the knowledge, tools or software.

Nur Asiah Baihaqi | K-Youth 2023

It provides all the necessary and important information plus skills for job finding and all the teachers are super friendly and responsive as well!!

Leanne Siah | K-Youth 2023

Resourceful. Got support group. Got networking. Good instructor.

Muhamad Nur Firdaus Saharodzi | K-Youth 2023

The programme successfully taught me a new skill in such a short period of time which shows the brilliance of the instructors involved. I came into the programme expecting to upskill my current knowledge and I can confidently say that I have achieve that.

Ahmad Aliff Imran | K-Youth 2023

I find the programme engaging and insightful. It is a good way to introduce someone to the tech.

Maxwell Judd Lawrence | K-Youth 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Programme

This programme is the K-Youth Development Programme (Track B - University Pipeline), created by Khazanah Nasional Berhad. It is a scholarship programme to help Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students gain important digital skills to improve their job prospects. The programme includes training, allowances for students, and aims to prepare them for future careers.

No, you do not pay anything to enrol in this programme! Furthermore, you will receive an allowance of up to RM 1,200* upon completion of the programme.

You will get allowance up to RM 1,200* upon completion of the programme.

All our courses will be held virtually (online). You must have access to a computer/laptop and a stable Internet connection.

We aim to provide you with all the support needed throughout your job searching journey including upskilling, coaching, networking opportunities and connection with talent partners. If you actively seek employment, perform your career commitments set out by our Career Success team, you will see yourself on the right path toward a career goal you set at the start of the programme.

Yes! If you successfully pass the course completion requirement, you will receive a certificate of completion after the programme. Thousands of our alumni use their course certificate to demonstrate skills to employers and their LinkedIn network.

The learning course will be held completely online. Please ensure you have a stable internet connection and have access to a laptop or PC in order to attend the classes and complete the coursework.

Course Details

No, you are only eligible to apply for ONE course, and must not have participated in any similar government sponsored programmes (e.g. MySTEP, PENJANA KPT-CAP).
Yes, based on the discretion of our admissions team on suitability to the learners and availability of spot.
If you decide to terminate your contract, you are required to reimbuse back Excelerate according to the terms & conditions stated in the contract.
All our courses will be held virtually (online). You must have access to a computer/laptop and a stable Internet connection. However, our Kuala Lumpur Campus facilities are open to K-Youth 2024 students with limited slots, where you can access our WiFi, projectors, whiteboards, desks, and chairs if needed.

Internship & Placement Support Details

It is highly recommended that you initiate your search for an internship within your first week of class, as one of the initial modules will focus on enhancing your CV and profile.

We will support you through upskilling via your digital and professional skills courses, coaching, networking opportunities and connection with talent partners.

In the event that you are unable to secure your own internship, Excelerate may facilitate the matching process based on the needs and availability of internship positions. This matching process operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Career Success team will support you in acquiring career placement opportunities as best as we can. Learners that are able to find their own placement are encouraged to pursue their own to ensure the best fit and experience for them.

Our commitment is to provide comprehensive support as you navigate your job search. This includes opportunities for upskilling, personalised coaching, networking, and introductions to potential employers. By fully participating in these resources and meeting your career-related responsibilities, you will significantly increase your chances of securing a career that aligns with your aspirations.

Post-programme, the Career Success team will remain available for additional 60 days to provide additional support, including CV reviews and career coaching. While we are committed to assisting you in your job search, your active participation in securing employment is essential.

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